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A bicep bulge is an injury that typically results from a tendon tear and is sometimes referred to as a “Popeye deformity.” When one of the tendons attached to the bicep muscle is torn, it causes the ...

Q: On June 12, I ruptured my distal bicep tendon. I'm scheduled for surgery. I would appreciate any information you can give me on this injury. I'm 47 years old; I like to work out with weights and do ...

A tendon rupture is a break in a tendon, the structure that joins a muscle to a bone. It can result from overuse, an injury, or an underlying condition. Tendons are essential to body movement and ...

The case image depicts a biceps tendon tear at the insertion on the radial tuberosity, which is an unusual presentation and may require surgery. The next best step would be to perform radiographic ...

You may have bicep pain from strains, tendonitis, shoulder injuries, and bruising. Try icing the affected area for 15-20 minutes several times daily to decrease swelling and numb the pain. Talk to a ...